Casa Campolattaro - Lucca Centro

21/03/2025

Have you stayed at Casa Campolattaro?

We’d love to hear about your experience! Google reviews help future guests discover our little slice of paradise and allow us to keep improving. If you enjoyed your stay, please take a moment to leave us a Google review—it means the world to us!

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Grazie mille for your support!

18/03/2025

As the travel season gears up, sharing this blog article again, with some new additions!

Planning a trip to Italy, or any extended journey for that matter, requires careful consideration of what to bring along. A curated list of essentials.

16/03/2025

15/03/2025

While seasonal variations in rainfall and temperature exist, extreme weather is rare in Lucca. However, Tuscany is currently experiencing devastating flooding in some areas, 💔 which is a reminder of how unpredictable weather can be. With its changing weather patterns, packing smart is key to making the most of your visit. Check out our latest blog article:

Lucca is a year-round destination, offering something special in every season.

12/02/2025

After 22 years in our Virginia home, the weight of accumulation is real. Meanwhile, in Lucca, our home tells a different story—one of intentional simplicity. Furnished with antiques chosen to reflect the character of the space, it’s free from the decades of accumulation we’ve found ourselves sorting through in Virginia.

In my latest blog post, I reflect on the process of holding on, letting go, and the balance between nostalgia and practicality. Whether it’s inherited heirlooms, childhood keepsakes, or just the things we collect over time, how do we decide what stays and what fades into history?

Read more here: https://www.casacampolattaro.com/post/the-weight-of-holding-memories

The weight of our memories, both literal and figurative, is something I wrestle with. What do we keep? What do we pass down?

15/01/2025

Our local magazine in Northern Virginia, Ashburn Magazine, has a story in the January/February issue on our experience filming our episode of HGTV House Hunters International in Lucca. House Hunting "Stars" might be a stretch, 😆 but we're grateful to be featured. You can find the full online magazine linked below or physical copies around town: https://e.issuu.com/embed.html?d=ashburn_jan_feb_2025_spreads&pageLayout=singlePage&u=leesburgtoday

03/01/2025

If you had the opportunity to stay at Casa Campolattaro over the past year, whether you booked directly or via AirBnB, we would be grateful for your Google review. These reviews will help more people find our place outside of the AirBnB platform. Thank you! https://g.page/r/CYhXLroa2CH2EBM/review

25/12/2024

The Italian Bombardino, the ultimate winter warmer! Read more, here: https://www.casacampolattaro.com/post/bombardino-the-ultimate-winter-warmer

16/12/2024

Who knew making our favorite Italian Biscotti ai Pinoli would be so easy! And, you can make them gluten free. Check out the recipe, here: https://www.casacampolattaro.com/post/making-italian-biscotti-ai-pinoli-surprisingly-easy-delicious

03/12/2024

While we dream of spending Christmas in Lucca, with its twinkling piazzas, festive markets, and roasted chestnuts, this year we’re celebrating in Virginia. We’ve learned that it’s the traditions that matter most—like decorating the tree, baking homemade pizzelle, and having the whole family together. But we’re still dreaming of a Christmas in Lucca.

What are your favorite holiday traditions, whether in Italy or elsewhere? I'd love to hear how you make the season special! 🎁✨

Read more about our holiday plans and the magic of Christmas in Lucca in my latest blog: https://www.casacampolattaro.com/post/magical-christmas-traditions-in-lucca-and-virginia

27/11/2024

First and foremost, the crew made our experience especially enjoyable and worthwhile. The four day shoot was somewhat exhausting, but they were always encouraging, upbeat and energized which helped tremendously. Filming House Hunters International was completely out of our comfort zone and the crew managed to make it so much fun.

Read more, here: https://www.casacampolattaro.com/post/behind-the-scenes-our-adventure-filming-house-hunters-international-in-lucca-italy



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26/11/2024

26/11/2024

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25/11/2024

New blog post!

Life is different in Lucca. People linger over their morning cappuccino, conversations spill over into afternoon hours, and shops close for

23/11/2024

We've been keeping a secret...Gulp.
https://www.casacampolattaro.com/post/part-i-house-hunters-international-behind-the-scenes

18/11/2024

Noooo! 🐖

Mouthwatering Prosciutto di Parma is enjoyed around the world. But Italian ham fans need to brace themselves for potential disappointment as a crisis threatens supplies and drives up prices.

09/11/2024

Stepping into the role of steward for our centuries-old home in Italy comes with more than just charm. Check out our latest blog for a recent close call...

https://www.casacampolattaro.com/post/lessons-learned-in-the-stewardship-of-our-historic-home-in-italy

02/11/2024

Clearly, I wasn’t ready to give up the Italian pace, so my foot decided to slow me down!

When I broke my foot while unpacking only hours after landing, the familiar surroundings feel both comforting and frustrating.